Bherwerre Beach: Booderee's Most Beautiful Remote Beach
Bherwerre Beach is one of the most beautiful and least-visited beaches in the Booderee National Park. Accessible via a walking trail through coastal bushland, this long, sweeping ocean-facing beach rewards the walk with a sense of genuine seclusion that is increasingly rare on the NSW South Coast. The beach faces the open Tasman Sea and is backed by coastal heath — raw, wild, and extraordinary.
| Access | Walking track from Booderee NP — approximately 30–40 min each way |
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| Beach Type | Ocean-facing, exposed, wild — not for young toddler swimming |
| Entry Fee | Booderee NP day entry applies |
| Facilities | None at the beach — bring everything you need |
| Best For | Beach walking, birdwatching, whale watching in season, solitude |
Access to Bherwerre Beach
Bherwerre Beach is reached via a walking track within Booderee National Park. The trailhead is accessible from within the national park — check the Booderee NP visitor map for the current access point. The walk is approximately 30–40 minutes each way through coastal heath and bush, emerging onto the northern end of the beach. The terrain is moderate — not difficult, but not pram-friendly.
What the Beach Is Like
Bherwerre Beach is a long, curving white sand beach facing the open ocean. The contrast with the calm Jervis Bay beaches is marked — the beach is exposed to ocean swell, and the waves can be significant. The solitude is remarkable even in peak holiday periods — because of the walk required, visitor numbers are very low. Birdlife along the beach and adjacent heath is outstanding.
Whale Watching From the Beach
In season (June–November), Bherwerre Beach is an excellent vantage point for whale watching. The beach's exposure to the open ocean means humpbacks are often visible from the shoreline as they travel along their migration route. A pair of binoculars significantly enhances the experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you get to Bherwerre Beach?
- Bherwerre Beach is accessed via a walking track within Booderee National Park. Allow 30–40 minutes each way from the trailhead. Booderee National Park day entry fees apply. Check the current park map for the trailhead location.
- Can you swim at Bherwerre Beach?
- Bherwerre Beach is an exposed ocean beach facing the open Tasman Sea. Swimming is possible for confident ocean swimmers in calm conditions, but is not suitable for young children or inexperienced swimmers.